Senior Performance Architect - SoC & AI Hardware (Remote)

Advanced Micro Devices; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Micro Devices is seeking a Performance Architect to lead pre-silicon performance architecture focusing on x86 SoCs. This technical role involves modeling and competitive analysis to shape product competitiveness. Candidates should have a strong background in CPU/GPU architectures and hold a MS/PhD in relevant fields. The position can be based in Austin, TX, or remotely within the US, and offers the opportunity to work collaboratively across architecture, design, and firmware teams.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of CPU/GPU microarchitecture, memory hierarchy, and SoC interconnects.
• Hands-on experience with performance simulators.
• Deep experience with workloads—SPEC and industry benchmarks.

Responsibilities

• Lead pre-silicon performance architecture and performance modeling.
• Define performance KPIs and workload suites for modeling.
• Drive competitive performance projections against major competitors.

Skills

CPU/GPU microarchitecture understanding

Performance simulation experience

Scripting skills (Python, C++, MATLAB)

Experience with ML and automotive workloads

Education

MS/PhD in EE/CE/CS

Tools

gem5

Job description

Advanced Micro Devices is seeking a Performance Architect to lead pre-silicon performance architecture focusing on x86 SoCs. This technical role involves modeling and competitive analysis to shape product competitiveness. Candidates should have a strong background in CPU/GPU architectures and hold a MS/PhD in relevant fields. The position can be based in Austin, TX, or remotely within the US, and offers the opportunity to work collaboratively across architecture, design, and firmware teams.